The school board approved a lease-purchase and heard Facilities Director Jason Lampert’s accomplishments.
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Franklin County taxes could help pay for flood mitigation costs
Franklin County Emergency Management Agency informed the New Vineyard Select Board that county taxes will be raised to pay for river gages that will help study flood patterns on Sandy River and Carrabassett River.
Rumford board to consider who shovels out fire hydrants
Town Manager George O’Keefe recommends ending the Jan. 8, 1915, agreement between the Rumford Falls Village Corp. and the Rumford and Mexico Water Districts.
Holiday services and events
Services BETHEL — West Parish Congregational Church, at 32 Church Street in Bethel, will host a family-friendly Christmas Eve service on Dec. 24 at 5 p.m. WEST PARIS — On December 22 at 4:30 p.m the First Universalist Church of West Paris will host a candlelight service, led by Pastor Linda Couture, who will share […]
Spruce Mountain Ski Area reveals updates by Maine Cabin Masters
Updates at Spruce Mountain Ski Area completed by Maine Cabin Masters were revealed Friday with close to 100 people in attendance.
Spruce Mountain board approves same substitute pay rates
The rates will be effective Jan. 1-June 30, 2025.
Bloom Academy of Dance presents winter holiday spectacular
FARMINGTON — Join Bloom Academy of Dance [formerly Thomas Performing Arts Center] for a festive winter holiday spectacular this season. Many young local dancers from Bloom Academy of Dance [B.A.D.] have been working hard on amazing choreography and honing their technique as they prepare to celebrate the season with holiday spirit. This spectacular promises to […]
High Peaks Alliance hosts 16 regional clubs in Strong
STRONG — The High Peaks Alliance convened a Motorized Meet Up on Dec. 5 bringing together snowmobile and ATV clubs from across the High Peaks region. Attendees included state senators Russell Black and Joe Martin, James Turner, Matt Foster, and Brian Milligan from the State of Maine’s ORV program. Doug Dickenson from the Maine ATV […]
UMF Creative Writing seniors invite public to reading
FARMINGTON — After four years of dedication to the art of original and professional writing, seniors in the University of Maine at Farmington’s Creative Writing program will present readings from their capstone projects. This Senior Seminar will be held on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 7-8:30 p.m., in The Landing, in the UMF Olsen Student Center. […]
Santa’s Workshop offers shopping for little ones
WILTON — St. Luke’s Annual Santa’s Workshop will be held Saturday, Dec. 14 from 9-11 a.m. at St. Luke’s Wilton. (Snow date is Dec. 15 at 11 a.m.) Your child will be able to shop for their adult loved ones and reinforce the spirit of giving. Most gifts are either 25, 50, or 75 cents. […]